Canon 40D vs Konica Minolta 5D

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon 40D versus Konica Minolta 5D, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Konica. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the 40D (10MP) and Minolta 5D (6MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 40D was launched 2 years after the Minolta 5D which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the 40D matches up vs the Minolta 5D for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 40D comes with exterior measurements of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Konica Minolta 5D has measurements of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the 40D vs the Minolta 5D.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 40D and Minolta 5D is 57 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 40D and Minolta 5D.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon 40D to render greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent 40D provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.